1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB2 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 117 L |